About the Gray-winged Francolin
The Gray-winged Francolin (Scleroptila afra) is a species of bird in the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), within the order Galliformes. This family contains 187 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code gywfra1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes |
| Family | Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies (Phasianidae) |
| Species | Scleroptila afra |
| Species Codes | gywfra1, GWFR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Gray-winged Francolin belong to?
The Gray-winged Francolin (Scleroptila afra) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Gray-winged Francolin?
The Gray-winged Francolin is a member of the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Gray-winged Francolin sighting?
You can log sightings of Gray-winged Francolin on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gywfra1, or on iNaturalist.